ADEPT Educational Institute of New England

Governor Janet Mills will host her 8th Annual Opioid Response Summit on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Cross Insurance Center, Bangor, ME. The annual summit is part of the state’s commitment to fighting the opioid epidemic. It convenes leaders from around Maine and the nation to share ideas, strategies, and best practices to help Maine people affected by this crisis. With the theme Building Hope, Honoring Progress, Inspiring Change, this full-day, in-person program will include keynote speakers and breakout sessions, with the voices of persons in recovery featured prominently again this year.

REGISTER: https://web.cvent.com/event/7d2f1a89-2439-48c9-92d4-0a698b1138d2/websitePage:e377a648-f0ac-496a-93ea-325ad906cc37

Recovery in Maine Highlight Reel

A short highlight reel featuring Governor Mills’ annual Opioid Summits, illustrating Maine’s collaborative response to the opioid crisis and the meaningful progress being made in prevention, treatment, recovery, and community support. Other plenary session speakers include Governor Janet T. Mills, Dr. Puthiery Va, CDC Director, Sarah Squirrell, Director of the Maine Office of Behavioral Health, Aaron Frey, Maine Attorney General, and Michelle Probert, MaineCare (Medicaid) Director.

Date: July 16, 2026
Location: Cross Insurance Center, Bangor
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Doors Open at 6:45 AM

$75 Registration fee includes Summit attendance, continental breakfast, lunch, and 5 continuing education credits.

ADEPT has applied for more credits than listed. We will add credits as approved. Scholarships are available during registration

Tabling Opportunities- Interested in tabling at the Summit this year?

Non-profit exhibitors $250- Includes conference attendance for two (2) people, continental breakfast, and lunch.

Exhibitors $1000- Includes conference attendance for two (2) people, continental breakfast, and lunch.

Questions on tabling- email [email protected]

We’re proud to share a snapshot from the newly released 2026 National & State Recovery Friendly Workplace Report from the National Recovery Friendly Workplace Institute.

The Recovery Friendly Workplace movement now includes 38 states, more than 1,500 employers, and over 570,000 employees nationwide — a powerful reminder that workplaces play an important role in supporting mental health, substance use recovery, and overall well-being.

We’re grateful to be part of this growing movement here in Maine 💙

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Mark your calendars! 📅

The path to becoming a CT Certified Peer Support & Recovery Professional (CPSRP) opens June 1, 2026, administered by the CT Certification Board.

Join the growing network of certified peer support professionals across Connecticut. 🤝💙

Alcohol Use Disorder Is Widespread and Treatable | University of Vermont Health Clinicians urge earlier screening and support.

This , if gambling is causing stress, anxiety, or is impacting your mental health, remember — you’re not alone. The National Problem Gambling Helpline™ is available 24/7 and offers no judgement – just resources.

🔗View FAQ's about problem gambling: NCPGambling.org/faqs-what-is-problem-gambling/
📞 Need help? Call or text 1-800-MY-RESET or chat online at 1800myreset.org

People who have been in recovery for years or even decades reported relapse to alcohol use disorder reported warning signs as long as 6-12 months prior to the relapse event, but do not see the relapse coming.

Some of the most common and potent relapse signs that were reported as definitely contributing to these long-term relapses were losing focus on recovery, mental health symptoms, social isolation, and physical pain. Relapse risk in long-term recovery isn’t about “triggers,” as much as it is about staying vigilant and keeping recovery a priority, as well adequately managing a variety of mostly psychological and social stressors.

Learn more here: https://www.recoveryanswers.org/research-post/long-term-relapse-what-goes-wrong-after-years-successful-remission/

2026 New England Summer School Reminder - https://mailchi.mp/12d005c2a76c/2026-new-england-summer-school-programs-11039242